Weekend

Steinitz, Sa'ar spar with Shalom over longer weekend; finance minister warns making Sunday a day off is "too extreme a step."

Likud MK says country will eventually have a five-day work week, even if current efforts to enact a longer weekend are unsuccessful.

This week sees the return of The Congos, a band that has been known mostly for its album Heart of the Congos, released in 1977.

The president should have opened the gates of freedom to Jonathan Pollard, thereby symbolizing the exodus and acquiescing to the pleas of many powerful legislators.

Relaxation, recreation, and spirituality fulfill different needs in a person, and Israelis mustn’t be forced to choose between them.

Balkan beats and Megadeth hard metal both bring the crowds this week, while a Pessah festival for Anglos will delight Jerusalem theater-goers.

Deputy PM says moving weekend to Saturday and Sunday will bring Israel in line with world markets, have a positive social impact.

Deputy Prime Minister hopes to extend weekends to Sunday, says plan will energize workers and help coordinate international business.

Vice Premier Shalom decides to launch a campaign on issue; says move "would cause a revolution" as people will receive more leisure, rest time.

From movies to theater to festivals to restaurants: What could you be up to this week.